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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in electronic education technology are providing the means for students all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online education organizations are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we be assured that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like One Month to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Universities want to perceive how these MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this crescive demand for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also examines the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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